Brain Tumour Patient Handbooks

Your questions about a brain tumour can be answered with the Brain Tumour Patient Handbook. This informative, free resource is available to anyone in Canada affected by a brain tumour.  Patients, family members, and health care professionals will find a wealth of information about brain tumours, current treatments, medications, imaging, clinical trials, and community resources.

This book is available in Adult and Pediatric versions, and both are available in English and French.

New: Non-Malignant Brain Tumour Handbook

This new resource aims to diminish the misconception that non-malignant or "benign" brain tumours do not alter the lives of those affected. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a non-malignant brain tumour, this resource is for you. Order your copy today by calling 1-800-265-5106. 

The Patient Resource Handbooks are available in both pdf form and as a hard copy. You can request either or both versions, free of charge, by completing the contact form. 

Janic Gorayeb
Health Information Specialist
jgorayeb@braintumour.ca
1-800-265-5106 or 519-642-7755 ext 233

The Patient Resource Handbook contains:

• An overview of the brain and how it functions
• Types of brain tumours
• An overview of current treatments and medications
• What to expect at the hospital and at home
• Community resources
• Glossary of terms

The Patient Resource Handbook has been compiled with the support, guidance, and expertise of medical professionals and volunteers from across Canada.